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New England Clean Energy Connect

Published
June 10, 2021

Rep. Caiazzo: Ballot question must present Maine voters with clear choices on NECEC

This fall’s referendum proposes three different changes to state law, so it should be separated into three questions.
Published
May 28, 2021

After receiving complaint, state says CMP-backed corridor complying with permit for tree-cutting

Opponents of the high-voltage transmission line through western Maine have alleged that contractors cut a wider swath through the forest than its environmental permit allows.
Published
May 3, 2021

Clean energy megaprojects, including in Maine, divide environmentalists

America’s patchwork of environmental and conservation groups have disparate opinions about large-scale renewable energy projects that could rise during President Biden's tenure.
Published
March 15, 2021

Legislation that would silence foreign companies in Maine ballot campaigns gets first look

Three bills before the Maine Legislature would prevent companies like Hydro-Quebec from spending money to influence statewide ballot questions, including one in November on a controversial power line.
Published
March 4, 2021

Rep. Golden asks federal government to reevaluate approval of CMP energy corridor

In a letter to Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm, the 2nd District Democrat questioned the adequacy of the environmental review and public input compared to similar-scaled projects in New England.

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Published
February 7, 2021

Controversial power line caught up in high-stakes power struggle

Central Maine Power is racing to build its New England Clean Energy Connect corridor as foes continue to throw up legal obstacles.
Published
December 2, 2020

CMP says delay will cost millions, as judge hears challenge to corridor

Environmental groups are contesting a permit for the $1 billion New England Clean Energy Connect project, but CMP says even a six-month delay will cost $31 million.
Published
October 8, 2020

New England Clean Energy Connect may start construction in November, despite opposition

Thorn Dickinson, CEO and president of NECEC Transmission LLC, spoke about the CMP Corridor project at Mid-Maine Chamber of Commerce Business Breakfast while legislators opposed to the project asked for equal time.
Published
August 30, 2020

Another View: Opponents haven’t given up on stopping CMP corridor

Mainers will be checking whether legislative hopefuls represent their interests or those of foreign utilities.
Published
August 25, 2020

Natural Resources Council CEO: State agencies failed Maine on CMP corridor

The PUC’s and DEP’s approval did not address the irreversible harm the project would cause or prove its climate benefits.